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Green tea is an abundant source of a polyphenol called epigallocatechin-3-gallate, better known as EGCG. The antioxidant potential of EGCG has been linked to a variety of health benefits with anti-cancer properties. Drinking green tea regularly may be responsible for reducing the risk of some cancers including breast, colon, prostate, and lung cancer.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n EGCG works by interrupting the signaling pathways associated with cancer stem cells. Consequently, this nutrient prevents cancer cell proliferation, inflammation, and metastasis. Studies show that EGCG inhibits vital proteins required for cancer stem cell survival and shuts off the mechanisms that trigger their growth.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n Try sipping on green tea in the morning to <\/span>reduce inflammation o<\/span>r adding green tea as a base for your smoothies. Opting for matcha green tea is the best strategy as it contains up to 10 times more EGCG than commercial green tea.<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n If using supplemental EGCG then go with a dose of 400-800 mg of ECGC, 1-2 times daily. Always use this earlier in the day as it is slightly stimulating. Green tea does reduce folate absorption, so it is advisable to consume extra raw green veggies (rich in folate) in salads or juices or supplement with an extra 400-500 mg of methyl-folate or calcium folinate if using green tea.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n